The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and its affilitate unions on Monday in Abuja commenced tactical mobilization for nationwide strike against reported plan by the Federal Government to sale national assets. Addressing journalists in Abuja, president of (NLC) Comrade Ayuba Wabba,…
FG to get $1Billion loan from AfDB
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $1 billion loan to cover the deficits in Nigeria’s 2016 budget. AfDB President, Akinwunmi Adesina told Journalists on Monday after meeting with Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and other members of the…
NIMASA boss decries negative impact of oil spills
The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside has said described preparedness and core training as the panacea for handling oil spills in the maritime environment. The Director General said this while addressing…
Coscharis, Nigeria Club celebrate BMW at 100
In celebration of BMW‘s 100 years anniversary, Coscharis Motors in association with the BMW Club Nigeria celebrated the epoch making event at the Eko Atlantic City, Lagos with the display of a wide range of BMW models and trim levels….
Lagos Trade Fair targets 500,000 visitors
Not less than 500,000 visitors are expected at the 2016 Lagos Trade Fair organized by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). The Chairman, Trade Promotion Board, Mr Sola Oyetayo in a statement sent to www.citybusinessnews.com said the…
‘Integrated weed control critical to cassava revolution’
Integrating diverse but proven weed management options drawn from mechanical, biological, cultural and chemical weed control methods could help small-scale farmers overcome the limitations posed by weeds and help them maximize the benefits of genetic improvement, Prof Ronnie Coffman, Director…
CMA CGM Reshuffles Europe-West Africa Links
French container shipping company CMA CGM has amended the port rotation of the EURAF 3 and WAZZAN services which connect Europe to West Africa. Starting on September 23, 2016, EURAF 3, operated with three vessels of 1,800 TEU, will add a…
Wema Bank, Bank of Uganda brainstorm on performance management
Wema Bank, recently, hosted some staff of Uganda’s Apex Bank; The Bank of Uganda (BoU), on a week-long knowledge and skills sharing session on Balanced Score Card and Performance Management. Speaking on the BoU’s decision to take a cue from…
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CHAIRMAN DUBAI PORT WORLD, RECIEVING A PLAQUE FROM MANAGING DIRECTOR OF NPA, HADIZA BALA USMAN
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THE UNIT COMMANDER, RS2.114 WHARF UNIT COMMAND, ACC OO OLUMOTANMI ACCOMPANIED BY THE UNIT PROTOCOL OFFICER ARC ABIMBOLA H IDOWU, PAID A COURTESY VISIT TO ORC FISHING AND FOOD PROCESSING UNIT KIRIKIRI LIGHTER TERMINAL APAPA LAGOS,TO DISCUSS ROAD SAFETY ISSUES…
Adesina, AfDB President begins first official visit to Nigeria
President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, will visit Nigeria from September 26–28, 2016, on his first official visit to the country since his appointment last year. A statement issued by AfDB explained that Adesina…
‘The Internet of Things’ will change the World, says Imudia, ALCATEL Regional Director
The Internet of Things – an ecosystem of smart, connected devices and sensors that talk to each other and take independent, automated action – is here and will become a part of our everyday lives within the next two to…
Dangote targets $20billion investment
Despite current economic challenges, Dangote Group has announced plan to invest $20billion in Nigeria and other parts of the African Continent. A statement by the group explained that Chairman of the Group, Aliko Dangote, made the commitment in New York,…
5,000 FRSC staff gets training on firearms
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has trained not less than 5,000 staff on how to handle firearms. According to the Corps Marshal and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Boboye Oyeyemi, FRSC needs firearms for its night operations. The FRSC boss…